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HealthOct 21Ebola: Senate Seeks Emergency Funding, Mandatory Screening At All Entry PointsIt also called for the replacement of the Quarantine Act of 1926 with a modern public health law aligned with the International Health Regulations of 2005. The post Ebola: Senate Seeks Emergency Funding, Mandatory Screening At All Entry Points appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
HealthOct 21WHO supports Nigeria after first Ebola case confirmedUN News
PoliticsOct 212027: Court dismisses suit seeking registration of new political partyThe Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to compel Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register a political association as Wisdom Party (WP), 88 days to the 2027 presidential election. The post 2027: Court dismisses suit seeking registration of new political party appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Abia APGA 2023 governorship candidate Gregory Ibe diesThe family said the professor died after battling health challenges, describing him as a man whose life was dedicated to education, philanthropy, and service to humanity. The post Abia APGA 2023 governorship candidate Gregory Ibe dies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 21Cross River Assembly passes State Police BillBy Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Cross River State House of Assembly on Tuesday passed the Constitution (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, endorsing the proposed establishment of state police to address insecurity through a decentralised policing system. All 22 lawmakers present at plenary voted in favour of the bill, with none opposing it. Three of the Assembly’s […] The post Cross River Assembly passes State Police Bill appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 212027: Police warn politicians against inflammatory speeches during campaignsThe Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, Olugbenga Adepoju, has tasked political parties and their candidates for the 2027 elections to engage in issue-based campaigns and shun inflammatory rhetoric. The post 2027: Police warn politicians against inflammatory speeches during campaigns appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21Uganda denies Ebola outbreak after Nigeria confirms imported caseUganda has denied having an active Ebola outbreak following Nigeria’s confirmation of an imported case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), insisting that it has no confirmed active infections as authorities investigate where the patient contracted the virus. The post Uganda denies Ebola outbreak after Nigeria confirms imported case appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21EFCC arraigns four for N44m contract fraud in MaiduguriEFCC charged the four defendants with eight counts, including conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence, criminal misappropriation, forgery and use of false documents. The post EFCC arraigns four for N44m contract fraud in Maiduguri appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 21Is Macky Sall preparing for a political comeback in Senegal?Will Senegal's former president Macky Sall return to national politics now that he has stepped back from a potential role at the United Nations? The question is stirring debate in Senegal.Africanews [en]
Sci & TechOct 21NBTI announces $600m pipeline for Nigerian innovationBy Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has unveiled an investment and development-finance pipeline exceeding $600 million for solar energy and other development initiatives, following the participation of 298 Nigerian innovators at the NextGen Innovation Challenge 2026 in London. The proposed financing comprises a $500 million solar-energy programme for universities […] The post NBTI announces $600m pipeline for Nigerian innovation appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 21Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber In Hotel HideoutItems recovered from the suspect include two locally made pistols, one expended cartridge, two machetes, and bottles containing substances suspected to be charms. The post Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber In Hotel Hideout appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldOct 21PANDEF mourns Uduaghan, hails his peacebuilding roleBy Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, who died three days before his 72nd birthday, according to his family. PANDEF National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, described Uduaghan as an exceptional […] The post PANDEF mourns Uduaghan, hails his peacebuilding role appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Showunmi reaffirms commitment to Abiola’s legacy, national unityThe Convener of the Alternative Movement, Otunba Segun Showunmi has reaffirmed his commitment to Nigeria’s unity, democratic development and the ideals for which the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola sacrificed his life, insisting that the struggle to actualise the June 12, 1993 presidential election mandate remains a defining moment in his political journey. The post Showunmi reaffirms commitment to Abiola’s legacy, national unity appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21Reps Call For Early Isolation Camp Preparations To Prevent Ebola SpreadChannels TV
PoliticsOct 21Hamzat mourns Afenifere leader Fasoranti, says legacy will endureThe Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has described the death of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, former National Leader of Afenifere, as a profound loss to the Yoruba race and Nigeria. The post Hamzat mourns Afenifere leader Fasoranti, says legacy will endure appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Ogun suspends Eselu over alleged partisan politicsBy James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State Government has suspended the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North Local Government Area, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, with immediate effect over alleged involvement in partisan political activities. The suspension was approved by the State Executive Council pursuant to Section 52(1) of the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, […] The post Ogun suspends Eselu over alleged partisan politics appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 21Akwa Ibom doctors celebrates colleague’s elevation to ANA fellowshipAkpan, a physician, novelist and former chairman of the state’s primary healthcare board, has combined medical practice with literary advocacy. The post Akwa Ibom doctors celebrates colleague’s elevation to ANA fellowship appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HealthOct 21NAFDAC to test non-US-made donated drugs, vaccines under Nigeria-US deal…. Deploys tracking technology to monitor medical supplies, assures Nigerians of safety checks By Chioma Obinna The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has said all donated medicines and vaccines under the Nigeria-United States government agreement that are not manufactured in the US will undergo testing for quality, safety and efficacy, […] The post NAFDAC to test non-US-made donated drugs, vaccines under Nigeria-US deal appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Nasarawa vows to strengthen VAPP law implementationBy Edwin Philip, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has reiterated its commitment to tackling gender-based violence through the implementation of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Law, enacted in the state in January 2021. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Rebecca Adamu Kwaji, gave the assurance on Wednesday at a two-day workshop on bridging […] The post Nasarawa vows to strengthen VAPP law implementation appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21Ebola: 5 things to know about Bundibugyo Strain as Nigeria confirms first caseVanguard Nigeria
DisasterOct 21Flood submerges 18 Nasarawa communities, kills twoBy Edwin Philip, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has urged residents of flood-prone communities to heed warnings to relocate from low-lying areas to higher ground to avoid being swept away by recurring floods. The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr Nawani Aboki, made the appeal on Monday while briefing journalists on the recent flooding […] The post Flood submerges 18 Nasarawa communities, kills two appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21HCPAN to FG, States: Expand health insurance, review providers’ tarriffs… Says 70% of healthcare spending comes from patients’ pockets … Only 10–13% of Nigerians covered by insurance … Seeks flexible premiums, prompt claims settlement By Chioma Obinna The HealthCare Providers Association of Nigeria (HCPAN), Lagos Branch, has called on the Federal and state governments to expand health insurance coverage, review tariffs paid to healthcare […] The post HCPAN to FG, States: Expand health insurance, review providers’ tarriffs appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Mimiko mourns Uduaghan , hails him as detribalised statesmanMimiko is mourning the passing of Uduaghan and commending him as a statesman who transcended tribal divisions. This highlights the legacy and impact of a notable public figure.vanguardngr.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21MBC shuns first vice - president - Nation OnlineMBC has reportedly avoided engaging with the first vice-president, indicating a potential political snub or disagreement. This suggests internal political tensions or a lack of cooperation between entities.mwnation.com · Malawi